Monthly Archives: October 2015

Qantas: American Airlines to showcase its Boeing 777-300ER aircraft to Sydney travellers; ahead of its new daily, nonstop flight from Sydney to Los Angeles

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American to showcase its award-winning on-board products to Australian travellers Friday 13th November 2015 SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, 2015-10-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas welcomes American Airlines’ state-of-the-art, flagship Boeing 777-300ER aircraft to Sydney on Friday, 13 November  2015, where American will show customers its award-winning on-board products. As part of the carriers’ expanded partnership announced… Read the full press release

Carlson Wagonlit Travel further strengthens its partner network by partnering with Horn Air Travel in Djibouti, Africa

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AMSTERDAM, 2015-10-27 — /Travel PR News/ — Carlson Wagonlit Travel (CWT) has further strengthened its partner network by partnering with Horn Air Travel in Djibouti. “We are pleased to welcome Horn Air Travel to our partner network. A company that places quality service and technology high on the agenda, we’re looking forward to working with them… Read the full press release

Carlson Wagonlit Travel to launch new, proprietary business intelligence tool designed for travel managers

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From Static Reporting to Real-Time Insights – CWT AnalytIQs – the ‘Ultimate’ tool for Travel Managers AMSTERDAM, 2015-10-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Today heralds the phased launch of CWT AnalytIQs, Carlson Wagonlit Travel’s (CWT) new, proprietary business intelligence tool. Designed for and piloted by travel managers, the new product will be used by over 5,000… Read the full press release

Keonnis Taylor joins Port of Oakland Aviation Marketing and Communications Department as Senior Marketing and Communications Representative

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New Spokesperson for Oakland International Airport Oakland, CA, 2015-10-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The Port of Oakland is pleased to announce that Keonnis Taylor has joined the Port of Oakland Aviation Marketing and Communications Department as Senior Marketing and Communications Representative. In her new role, Taylor will be the primary spokesperson and media liaison for Oakland… Read the full press release

Knott’s Berry Farm: Free admission for veterans and active military personnel in honor of our nation’s Veteran’s Day holiday

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November 1, 2015 Through December 20, 2015  BUENA PARK, Calif., 2015-10-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Knott’s Berry Farm continues its tradition of honoring the brave men and women who have served in the U.S. military, both past and present, with free admission during its 26th annual Military Tribute. Knott’s is the only theme park that has… Read the full press release

Schlitterbahn Waterparks and Resorts won 4 awards at the annual Wave Review Competition by the WWA in Palm Springs

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Palm Springs, California, 2015-10-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Schlitterbahn Waterparks and Resorts won four awards at the annual Wave Review Competition hosted by the World Waterpark Association during their symposium and trade show in Palm Springs, California. The competition was exclusively for the water leisure industry and gives world-wide recognition to the parks’ advertising… Read the full press release

Host Hotels and Resorts VP Minaz Abji donated $10,000 to the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Foundation (AH&LEF) 2015 Annual Giving Campaign

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Washington, 2015-10-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Minaz Abji, executive vice president of Host Hotels and Resorts, Inc., contributed $10,000 to the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Foundation (AH&LEF) 2015 Annual Giving Campaign. This is Abji’s fourth donation at the Leadership Gift level. Abji previously made five consecutive donations at the six-diamond level. Abji is… Read the full press release

AH&LA endorses the “The ADA Education and Reform Act of 2015,” H.R. 3765, introduced by Representative Ted Poe (TX-2)

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Washington, D.C., 2015-10-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Twenty five years after the landmark Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) became law, AH&LA today endorsed the “The ADA Education and Reform Act of 2015,” H.R. 3765, introduced by Representative Ted Poe (TX-2). This legislation builds on the historic progress made by the ADA and restores the integrity of… Read the full press release

First-ever Holiday Music Program at Calgary International Airport

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CALGARY, 2015-10-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The Calgary Airport Authority is thrilled to present its first-ever Holiday Music Program at Calgary International Airport (YYC). We’re on the hunt for a variety of talent to perform holiday music at YYC during our busiest travel season. Your music will fill the terminal and bring cheer to… Read the full press release

Confederation of Passenger Transport: Northern Bus Summit – 2 December 2015 in Manchester, England

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The triennial Bus Summit organisedby the Confederation of Passenger Transport in the north of England has become an established part of the bus industry calendar. LONDON, 2015-10-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The timing of the 2015 Summit being held on 2 December in Manchester is of particular importance given the Government’s devolution proposals to… Read the full press release

Steigenberger Hotels and Resorts won “Service Champion Award” for the fourth time in a row

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First in branch and overall winner in Germany’s most extensive service ranking system Frankfurt, Germany, 2015-10-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The Frankfurt-based hotel chain Steigenberger Hotels and Resorts has won a prestigious “Service Champion Award” for the fourth time in succession and has also achieved the title of best in branch in the Premium Hotels category. Overall… Read the full press release

Steigenberger Hotel Group named as a “Most Consistent Performer” in the Austrian Investment Rankings

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Frankfurt, Germany, 2015-10-26 — /Travel PR News/ — The Steigenberger Hotel Group has followed up its “Most Wanted Investment Partner in Germany” Award by being named as a “Most Consistent Performer” in the Austrian Investment Rankings. The company beat off 16 further competitors to secure first place in the “Special Evaluation” category. The main reason for the… Read the full press release

InterContinental Hotels Group PLC Chief Executive Richard Solomons: We delivered strong RevPAR growth of 4.8% in the third quarter

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DENHAM, UK, 2015-10-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Continued momentum drives strong third quarter performance Highlights Global Q3 comparable RevPAR up 4.8%1, led by rate up 3.6%. Expanded our global scale: net system size of 727k rooms, up 4.3% year on year (2.7% excluding Kimpton); 16k rooms signed into our 218k room pipeline, highest Q3 hotel… Read the full press release

Oakwood Asia Pacific to open its ninth property in Tokyo in January 2016

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SINGAPORE, 2015-10-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Oakwood Asia Pacific Ltd, which manages some of the finest serviced apartments for business and leisure travelers, announced today that it will open its ninth property in Tokyo in January 2016. Already the dominant player in the Tokyo serviced apartment sector, Oakwood further strengthens its presence with the second… Read the full press release

EVA AIR: Star Alliance launched social media campaign in China targeting international frequent flyers

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Taipei, Taiwan, 2015-10-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Star Alliance has launched a social media campaign in China, targeted at international frequent flyers in this market, as well as their friends, colleagues and family members. Using the slogan “you make the difference”, the Alliance is encouraging the traveller’s “circle of friends” to show their appreciation for… Read the full press release

Mike Stewart named VP for airline business development for the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority

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Washington, D.C., 2015-10-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Mike Stewart has been named vice president for airline business development for the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority. He will succeed Mark Treadaway, who previously announced his intention to retire from the Airports Authority as vice president for air service planning and development after a transition is completed. The… Read the full press release

Glen Boone appointed Director of Real Estate and Commercial Development at Halifax International Airport Authority

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Halifax, N.S., 2015-10-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Glen Boone has been appointed Director of Real Estate and Commercial Development at Halifax International Airport Authority (HIAA), effective November 9, 2015. In this new position, Mr. Boone will be responsible for matters related to real estate and commercial development. The primary objective of this role is to attract… Read the full press release

Halifax Stanfield International Airport worth $1.3 billion to the Nova Scotia economy in 2014

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24/7 Operations Contribute $1.3 Billion to Provincial Economy in 2014 Halifax, N.S., 2015-10-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Halifax Stanfield International Airport is a valuable provincial asset worth $1.3 billion to the Nova Scotia economy in 2014, according to the latest economic impact report, released today. This represents an additional $23 million in economic output over… Read the full press release

Vietjet to notify passengers of flight schedule changes via Zalo beside SMS

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Ho Chi Minh City, VIETNAM, 2015-10-23 — /Travel PR News/ — With an aim at facilitating passengers and bettering its services, Vietjet will bring into force its system to notify passengers of flight schedule changes via Zalo beside SMS. Accordingly, the airline’s system will automatically send to passengers’ Zalo account a message updating flight schedule. Message… Read the full press release

First prize for Vietjet in The rural cuisine competition in Hanoi

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Hanoi, VIETNAM, 2015-10-23 — /Travel PR News/ — In the morning of 20 October 2015, at Vietnam Aviation Department, “The rural cuisine” festival was taken place as to celebrate 85 years of establishment of the Vietnamese Women’s Union. The leader of CAAV, The Vietnam Air Traffic Management Corporation and other units also attended in this… Read the full press release

Rezidor Q3 2015 was a strong quarter for signings and openings

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Strong momentum for  signings and openings during the third quarter BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, 2015-10-23 — /Travel PR News/ — The Rezidor Hotel  Group, one of the world’s most dynamic hotel companies and a member of the  Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, has reached 100,000 rooms in operation and under  development. ”This is a milestone in pursuit of… Read the full press release

Vietjet gives away more than 250,000 promotional tickets

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Ho Chi Minh City, 2015-10-22 — /Travel PR News/ — To celebrate the promotional month of Hanoi and its newest domestic route connecting Hanoi with Chu Lai, Vietjet is giving away more than 250,000 promotional tickets just from VND 0.00. Tickets are applied for routes connecting Hanoi with Chu Lai, Ho Chi Minh City, Quy Nhon,… Read the full press release

Norwegian Cruise Line named “Caribbean’s Leading Cruise Line” by the World Travel Awards for 3rd consecutive year

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Wiesbaden, 2015-10-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Norwegian Cruise Line has been named “Caribbean’s Leading Cruise Line” by the World Travel Awards for the third consecutive year. The 22nd annual awards, held on October 17, are voted on by travel professionals and consumers from around the globe and honour the world’s top travel companies for… Read the full press release

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts and SHOWTIME mark six-year of successful partnership

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Sheraton Los Angeles Downtown to Host Livestreamed Panel Discussion featuring SHOWTIME Talent Revealing Their Secrets on How to Create a Hit Show New “City Guides” to Offer Travel Tips Inspired by SHOWTIME Original Series STAMFORD, Conn., 2015-10-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Sheraton Hotels & Resorts (NYSE:HOT) and SHOWTIME today announced a six-year milestone celebration of… Read the full press release

DIRECTV becomes Starwood’s preferred video and audio provider in the United States

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Sheraton Leads in Rolling Out Special Sports Programming and Access to Exclusive DIRECTV Content STAMFORD, Conn., 2015-10-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) and AT&T (NYSE:T) today announced an agreement designating DIRECTV as Starwood’s preferred video and audio provider in the United States, dramatically expanding in-room entertainment options to help Starwood’s always-connected… Read the full press release

Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts opens its second hotel in the Kingdom of Bhutan

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The Opening of Le Méridien Paro, Riverfront Marks the Brand’s Second Hotel in Bhutan, Following the Highly Anticipated Debut of Le Méridien Thimphu Celebrated Photographer Gray Malin Unveils New Photography Art Series in Le Méridien Brand’s “Follow Me” Partnership with a Playful Perspective on the Himalayan Hideaway NEW YORK, 2015-10-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Le Méridien… Read the full press release

List of Transaero flights cancelled for 22 October 2015

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The following Transaero flights on 22 October 2015 have been cancelled: UN28 Vnukovo – St. Petersburg UN29 St. Petersburg – Vnukovo UN31 St. Petersburg – Domodedovo UN32 Domodedovo – St. Petersburg UN41 St. Petersburg – Vnukovo UN42 Vnukovo – St. Petersburg UN107 Vnukovo – Novosibirsk UN108 Novosibirsk – Vnukovo UN109 Vnukovo – Yekaterinburg UN115 Vnukovo –… Read the full press release

Austrian Airlines to expand its flight service to Iran from March 11, 2016

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One additional daily flight to Teheran starting on March 11, 2016 Andreas Otto: “Clear signal for the upturn in economic ties between Austria and Iran“ Vienna, Austria, 2015-10-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Austrian Airlines is expanding its flight service to Iran, offering one additional daily flight to Teheran starting on March 11, 2016. As a… Read the full press release

Austrian Airlines: 14 percent more passengers in the long-haul segment in 2014

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New air fare concept: 54 percent of passengers select Light fare Business class on the Airbus fleet will be upgraded, more seats Growth in the long-haul segment: 14 percent more passengers in 2014 Vienna, Austria, 2015-10-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Austrian Airlines is systematically implementing the growth strategy introduced in May. The cornerstones are investments… Read the full press release

Wizz Air carried 100 million passengers on its low-fare services over the past 11 years

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BUDAPEST, HUNGARY, 2015-10-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air, the largest low-cost airline in Central and Eastern Europe, today celebrates its biggest ever milestone with 100 million passengers carried on its low-fare services over the past 11 years. The 100 millionth passenger travelled on WIZZ’s London-Luton to Warsaw route today and to celebrate this… Read the full press release